Yes. The A1 Airport Flyer coach runs 24 hours a day, so there is always a scheduled bus into Bristol whatever time you land. Adult singles start from £9.50, and at peak times it runs up to every 8 minutes. For late arrivals this is the dependable, cheap alternative to a taxi that may be carrying surge pricing. Checked August 2026.
The 24-hour Flyer, explained
Bristol Airport has no rail link, so the overnight question really matters: if your flight lands at 2am, how do you get home without paying a premium fare? The answer is the A1 Airport Flyer, which does not stop running when the last train has gone.
- Runs 24 hours a day, every day.
- Up to every 8 minutes at peak, with a reduced frequency overnight.
- Adult single from £9.50, bought on board, via the First Bus mTickets app, or online.
- Calls at Bedminster, Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol city centre / bus station.
- Journey time roughly 30 to 40 minutes to the centre depending on traffic.
Overnight the timetable thins out compared with the daytime every-8-minutes peak, so check the live First Bus times for your exact landing hour rather than assuming a bus in the next few minutes. But there will be a scheduled service, which is more than can be said for the trains.
Why it beats a late-night taxi for many travellers
A taxi from the official Arrow Cars rank is staffed around the clock and is the best door-to-door choice late at night, but the fare into Bristol is around £35 to £55 off-peak and can climb past £70 when several flights land together. Uber and Bolt operate too, but their demand pricing tends to spike exactly when a bank of late flights arrives, and driver supply can thin out at the same time.
The Flyer sidesteps all of that. The fare is fixed from £9.50 whatever the demand, and the coach is not competing for scarce drivers. If your destination is near a Flyer stop, or you are happy to finish the trip with a short local taxi from the centre, it is comfortably the cheapest way home after dark.
When a taxi still wins
The Flyer is a bus, not a door-to-door service, so it wins on cost, not convenience. Choose a taxi or rideshare instead when:
- Your destination is far from any Flyer stop and an onward connection at 2am is impractical.
- You have heavy or awkward luggage and do not want to change vehicles.
- You are travelling alone and would rather be dropped at your door.
- A group can split a taxi fare and beat the per-head bus cost.
A sensible late-night tactic is to check the live Flyer time as you walk through arrivals, and compare it against the app fare and the rank. If the next Flyer is soon and your stop is convenient, take it; if you have just missed one and it is the small hours, the staffed rank outside the door is the reliable fallback. See the Uber vs taxi guide for a fuller comparison of the two door-to-door options.
Getting to the stop
The Flyer leaves from the airport's public transport interchange. Follow the signs for buses and coaches out of the terminal. Buy your ticket in advance through the app to avoid hunting for change at night, or pay the driver on board.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a 24-hour bus from Bristol Airport? Yes. The A1 Airport Flyer runs 24 hours a day, every day, so there is a scheduled coach into Bristol at any hour, including through the night.
How much is the night bus from Bristol Airport? Adult singles start from £9.50, the same base fare as during the day, with no surge pricing. Buy on board, via the First Bus app, or online.
How often does the Flyer run at night? Up to every 8 minutes at peak, with a reduced overnight frequency. Check the live First Bus times for your landing hour rather than assuming an imminent departure.
Is the Flyer or a taxi better late at night? The Flyer is far cheaper and always scheduled. A taxi from the Arrow Cars rank is better for door-to-door travel, heavy bags, or destinations far from a Flyer stop, though fares can rise past £70 at busy times.
Where does the night Flyer go? It calls at Bedminster, Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol city centre / bus station, reaching the centre in about 30 to 40 minutes.
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Last verified August 2026 by the Bristol Airport Guide editorial team. Prices and timetables change, so confirm the specifics on the official Bristol Airport website before you travel.